Dubai
is known as the land of deserts, seas and mountains all coming together to
create a magical world. There are numerous activities and fun escapades that
Dubai visitors can enjoy but top on the list is a Dubai Hot Air Balloon
Tour. With Dubai’s golden sand dunes spanning across the desert, a hot air
balloon tour will give you the opportunity to enjoy the best of Dubai in a
unique way.
History of Hot Air Balloon
The
first Hot air balloon was launched by the French Montgolfier Brothers in
September 1783 with an unmanned flight lasting 10 minutes. In the same year, a tethered flight carrying
humans on board was done by Jean Francois Pilarte de Rozier making a hot air
balloon the first human carrying aircraft ever made.
Modern
hot air balloons with a heat source on board were developed later in the 1950s
by Ed Yost who was able to successful fly a hot air balloon 1960. His studies
hence formed the foundation of modern hot air balloons.
How does a Hot Air Balloon work?
A
hot air balloon is an aircraft that consists of an envelope containing heated
air. The aircraft also has a wicker basket which is used as a carrier for
passengers and heat source.
A
burning flame is used to heat the air inside the balloon making it less dense
hence lighter than the surrounding air outside the balloon. This makes the
balloon buoyant and it is then able to float in the air. The balloon envelope
is made from fabric such as ripstop nylon and dacron. The part closest to the
burner is made of fire resistant material such as Nomex.
The
heat source is mounted at the center of the envelope above the basket, injecting
the flame into the envelope and heating the air within. The burner uses fuel
such as propane or liquefied gas that is stored in pressure vessels.
The
basket is made from woven wicker or rattan since these materials are light and
strong enough to safely carry passengers during the flight.
The Dubai Hot Air Balloon Experience
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The Dubai hot air balloon tour starts with
pick up at 4:30 am. You will then head to the flying location at the Margham
Desert Area along the Dubai – Al Ain Road.
You will board a hot air balloon on a sharing basis with a maximum of 20
passengers.
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During the hot air balloon tour, you will rise
up to 4000 feet in the air to catch the majestic desert sunrise along with a
breathtaking view of the spanning golden desert sand dunes below. You will also
be able to see Dubai’s wildlife including camels, the Arabian Oryx and
galloping gaze in their natural world.
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After an exceptional hour spent in the
balloon, you will land and head to the private desert conservation reserve in
vintage 1950 Land Rovers.
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You will get to enjoy a gourmet breakfast at
the Desert conservation reserve complete with a selection of bread and fruits,
caviar, hand cut smoked salmon and refreshments. You will also be entertained
by a lively Falcon show featuring expert falconers.
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The tour comes to an end around 10:00 am with
transfer back to the hotel.
For
more information about the Dubai hot air balloon tour.
How to Book a Hot Air Balloon tour
You
can book a hot air balloon tour with Arabian
Horizons Tours for a chance to go on this exciting escapade. Transfers for the
tour are offered to guests in Dubai. For other areas, transfers are done at an
additional cost. These include;
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Jebel Ali Hotels
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Al Maha and Bab Al Shams
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Hatta
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Sharjah
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Ajman
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Ras Al Khaimah
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Fujairah
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Abu Dhabi
For
safety reasons, we are however unable to accommodate the following passengers:
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Ladies who are over 3 months pregnant
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Children below the age of 5
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Passengers over 70 years old
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Passengers with serious medical conditions and
heart problems
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Passengers suffering from chronic back or neck
pain
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Passengers with height phobia
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Passengers with disabilities including mental,
emotional and physical disabilities
Tips for a hot air balloon tour
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Book
your tickets early
This
is a popular tour so tickets sell out quickly. Make sure to book your tickets
in advance on Arabia Horizons tours and
get a slot to go on this fun tour.
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Sleep
early the night before the tour
Since
pick up is at 4:00 am, you need to sleep early in order to be well rested on
the morning of the tour.
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Bring
a Camera
You
will get the chance to see some of the most magnificent views ever so it is
only right that you bring a camera to
capture your experience :)
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Wear
warm clothes
The
desert weather gets quite cold in the morning so make sure you dress warmly to
protect yourself from the cold.
Highlights of a Dubai Hot Air Balloon Tour
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The
Experience
With
the Dubai Hot Air balloon tour, you will get to have a unique experience that
will make your Dubai vacation one that you will always treasure.
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The
sights
The
tour promises to give you exceptional views of the exotic desert sights such as
sand dunes and Dubai wildlife at 4000 feet in the air.
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Photos
The
hot air balloon gives you a unique vantage point to capture amazing photos of
Dubai’s desert landscape which will be a great addition to your travel
portfolio.
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Falconry
Among
the entertaining activities you will get to experience is an exciting falcon
show featuring these highly skilled hunting birds guided by expert falconers.
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Riding
in vintage land rovers
The
tour also includes a fun ride in vintage 1950 Land Rovers that will give you
another exciting experience.
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Meal
You
will also enjoy a tantalizing gourmet breakfast during the hot air balloon
tour.
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